On the road again

I arrived in Mae Sot from Chiang Mai last night and began orientation with BVP (Burma Volunteer Program) this morning. The journey to orientation from my guest house included a wobbly bike, rain, and riding on the left side of the road. I feel thankful to be alive.

Though truthfully the ride itself was uneventful, tomorrow is another day that will include a wobbly bike, most likely rain, and definitely riding on the left side of the road. Did I mention the rotary?

There was a chocolate coconut waffle for breakfast, at least. I would have provided a photo, but I had eaten it far too quickly to have had time to think about documenting the deliciousness before it was gone. Even after I had enjoyed it, I was further tempted (or tortured, if you prefer) by the amazing smell of other waffles being prepared as I waited for the program manager and other volunteers to arrive at the designated meeting spot.

My assignment with BVP will lead me on another journey this weekend, south to Nu Po. This is where the real adventure will begin in Thailand. The rest was just a warm-up.